Von Zumbusch’s Pustular psoriasis treated with an unction containing honey and green propolis coming from certain regions of Brazil

Abstract

Pustular psoriasis usually happens to adults-it's rare for kids to have it. It can run in families. Some people experience cyclic periods of pustules and remission. While the pus is noninfectious, this condition can cause flu-like symptoms such as: fever; chills; rapid pulse; muscle weakness; loss of appetite. There are three kinds of pustular psoriasis: von Zumbusch; palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP); acropustulosis. Each of the three forms of pustular psoriasis can have different symptoms and severity. Treatment for pustular psoriasis depends on the size of the affected area. Smaller patches are often treated with corticosteroid creams, either OTC or prescription. Larger patches may need treatment with oral medications and light therapy [3,4]. Identifying and treating the underlying cause may also help reduce reoccurrence of pustular psoriasis. Von Zumbusch can develop at any age but predominately affects adults over 50. The outbreak of symptoms, referred to as a flare, may be triggered by any number